book talk power

We have been studying the patterns in books to help make our reading stronger. Readers understand the books they are reading. One way to build understanding is to study the pictures and words, notice the repeating parts, and think about how the book ends. We can use patterns to help us read unknown words, retell important parts, and introduce books!

This week we strengthened our pattern power and book talk power. The children practiced introducing their books to their peers, reading the title, stating the pattern, and sharing a part of the ending. We then practiced with a partner and used the patterns to play a game, Guess What's Next!

Our reading workshop has been rich with opportunities to explore the structure of books and to develop our comprehension skills within the text.

Practicing introducing a favorite book to the community

The title of this book is ____________
On every page ___________
There's a surprise in this book at the ___________

 

Using the pattern to play Guess What's Next with a reading partner!